Aerodrome
EGFF - CARDIFF
Location, elevation, runway distances, helicopter landing areas, radio frequencies, and map facts for a quick aerodrome check. Use this as a starting point, then confirm official data and brief weather, NOTAMs, services, local procedures, and runway wind before flight.
Aerodrome details
- Ident
- EGFF
- Type
- Aerodrome/Heliport
- Location
- 8.5 NM SW of Cardiff.
- Status
- Normal
- Use
- PERMIT
- Helicopter facilities
- Listed for this aerodrome
- Elevation
- 220 ft
- Magnetic variation
- 0.27° (2027) annual change 0.18°
- Coordinates
- 51.39660, -3.34332
Operating hours
00:00-24:00
Operational notes
Fuel AVTUR JET-A1 is available by arrangement with Swissport, Tel: 07388-943688. Fuel AVGAS is available from Global Trek Aviation, Tel: 01446-712699. Handling is mandatory for all aircraft over 2000 KG MTOW: General Aviation Support (<2000 KG MTOW): 01446-712699; [email protected]. Swissport (Commercial): Tel: 01446-712592. Signature (Executive, GA, Military and Cargo): 01446-712637. Global Trek Aviation (Executive, GA, Military and Cargo): 01446-712699. All departing aircraft are required to file a full or abbreviated flight plan electronically prior to departure. The addresses should be as per ENR 1.11. INS Checkpoints: See Aircraft Parking/Docking Chart. Stands 1-9 and 11-17 parking with marshaller guidance. Stand 10 parking with Safedock 2-18 system. Stands 7 and 9 fitted with driveable type airbridges. Red stop bars in use H24. Enhanced taxiway markings associated with all red stop bars. Red stop bars and signs showing holding point numbers at all holding points. Holding points A1 and B1 have no red stop bar and should not be used. Minimum power to achieve forward movement should be applied to move off all stands. All holding position signs are black on yellow positioned to the left hand side of the taxiway. There are 2 LGTD WDI to the south of Runway 12/30, adjacent to the runway threshold markings. 512400.40N 0032132.16W - 512333.12N 0032010.42W. Aircraft and vehicles must not cross an illuminated red stop bar, even if receipt of a clearance from ATC. Red stop bars will only be deselected by ATC upon receipt of a correct clearance readback from the pilot or driver. Aircraft requiring pushback from Stands 12-17 can expect to be pushed back into the cul-de-sac and to be towed forward to a position abeam Stands 12-17. Engines are not to be started until abeam Stand 12 for jet blast protection. All stands are covered by apron floodlighting.
- Address to substantiate AFS connectivity.
- Valid until: Unlimited
- Telephone calls to NATS Ltd operational areas may be recorded.
Contact
Operator: CARDIFF INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT LTD.
Phone: 01446-711111
Email: [email protected] (CWL Aero)
Address: Cardiff International Airport, Rhoose, Barry, South Glamorgan CF62 3BD.
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | TODA | LDA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 | 2,354 m | 45 m | Asphalt | 2,503 mTORA 2,318 m | 2,098 mASDA 2,318 m |
| 30 | 2,354 m | 45 m | Asphalt | 1,578 mTORA 1,339 m | 2,202 mASDA 2,354 m |
Helicopter landing areas
1 landing area listed.
TLOF
Unavailable
Radio frequencies
| Callsign | Frequency | Availability | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Approach | |||
| Approach | |||
| CARDIFF APPROACH | 119.155 MHz | NORMAL DOC 50 NM/19,000 FT. Initial contact frequency. | Service notes: ATZ hours coincident with Approach hours. |
| CARDIFF APPROACH | 125.855 MHz | LIMITED • As directed by ATC • DOC 40 NM/19,000 FT. | |
| Service notes: ATZ hours coincident with Approach hours. | |||
| Radar | |||
| Radar | |||
| CARDIFF RADAR | 125.855 MHz | LIMITED • 0600-2300 (0500-2200) • DOC 50 NM/19,000 FT. | Service notes: Radar may be available 2300-0600 (2200-0500). |
| Service notes: Radar may be available 2300-0600 (2200-0500). | |||
| Tower | |||
| Tower | |||
| CARDIFF TOWER | 133.105 MHz | NORMAL • DOC 25 NM/4,000 FT. | |
| ATIS | |||
| ATIS | |||
| CARDIFF INFORMATION | 132.480 MHz | NORMAL • DOC 60 NM/20,000 FT. | Service notes: ATIS information available by telephone externally on 01446-729319 or internally on Ext 3319. |
| Service notes: ATIS information available by telephone externally on 01446-729319 or internally on Ext 3319. | |||
| Other service | |||
| Other service | |||
| CARDIFF FIRE | 121.600 MHz | LIMITED • Available when fire vehicle attending aircraft on the ground in an emergency. • Non-ATS frequency. | |
Services
Customs
Status: NORMAL
De-icing
Status: NORMAL
Notes: Upon request with Swissport.
Handling
Status: NORMAL
Notes: Forklifts, pallet trucks, cargo loader 12.5 tonnes capacity suitable for loading up to Boeing 747 main deck. One lower lobe cargo loader 5 tonnes capacity. 2 Cargo loaders.
Secur
Status: NORMAL
Supplies service
Type: Supplies service
Status: NORMAL
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EGFF Pilot Briefing
Weather
2,500 m visibility
METAR EGFF 121250Z 28008KT 9999 FEW030 12/04 Q1024
Runway wind
Runway 05 · 070°/08 kt
Crosswind within limits for typical light singles on the longest runway.
Nearby NOTAM
Aerodrome lighting maintenance
PAPI unserviceable until 18:00 UTC. Plan an alternative approach or daylight arrival.
Wise Assistant
Briefing snapshot
EGFF looks workable for a local VFR departure on the latest picture: surface wind is light, visibility is good, and no runway closure is highlighted in this snapshot. The main briefing item is the lighting serviceability notice, so plan a daylight arrival or confirm PAPI availability before committing. Cross-check the current METAR, TAF, and full NOTAM list before departure.